Miller, Heather

An explanation of the history behind St. Patrick's Day, its symbols, and how it is celebrated in modern times.

Looks at the different tasks performed by dentists and other people who work in the dentist's office, explains where dentists learn to do their job, and includes tips on caring for teeth and gums.

Explains how sanitation workers pick up trash, stay safe on the job, and help communities, as well as where trash goes after pickup, and includes tips for making less waste.

Simple text and color illustrations provide information about spacecraft, describing what they are made of, examining the history of spacecraft, and looking at different space vehicles.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of mosquitoes.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of tarantulas.

Discusses the dangers associated with smoking, covering addiction, the poisonous chemicals in cigarettes, cancer, mortality rates, the efforts of the American Lung Association, and the fact that tobacco companies target teenagers with their advertising campaigns.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and web-weaving of black widow spiders.

Provides an overview of the history of the Australian rock band AC/DC and discusses the lives of the band members. Includes a time line, a discography, a list of concert tours, a glossary, and suggestions for further reading.

Describes different kinds of artists, the type of work they produce, the tools they use, and the skills and training they need to have.